COVID-19 curbs China’s power in Indo-Pacific, risks of war ‘significant’ – report
Melbourne, AustraliaReuters The coronavirus pandemic has weakened China’s power in the Indo-Pacific, and the region’s deepening security uncertainties present a “significant” risk of war, the Lowy Institute said in a report on Sunday. US allies in the region and key balancing powers such as India have never been more dependent on American capacity and willingness […]
Abortion laws in the US: Conflict won’t abate if Roe v Wade falls
As the US Supreme Court considers challenges to the 1973 Roe v Wade ruling, DAVID CRARY, of the Associated Press, looks at how the fight is set to continue on a state-by-state basis…
As Omicron spreads, calls mount to waive COVID vaccine patents
London, UKThomson Reuters Foundation The emergence of the Omicron variant has reignited calls for patent waivers for COVID-19 vaccines to help developing nations get more jabs in arms as they battle to control the pandemic. Supporters say a waiver would save lives in poorer countries and help prevent the emergence of more deadly and resistant […]
Essay: Churches aren’t helping asylum seekers “game” the immigration system
In an article first published on The Conversation, LENA ROSE, a researcher at the University of Oxford, says UK churches have a “very limited role” in the asylum process…